A little something different...

Usually, on Mondays, I post weekly blogger features, usually Q&As. This week I have a little something different for you. Jackie contacted me about writing a guest post for The Daily Dani. She works in outreach for the Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance, and was interested in writing an article to share the ways fashion and beauty can be so very important to women dealing with cancer. Jackie opened up to me and shared about her "belief that all women need to feel beautiful, no matter what circumstances they may be facing. Women are powerful beings and WE need to realize it! Sadly, many women are hearing those devastating words 'you have cancer.' Despite a cancer diagnosis, women can still feel beautiful in their own skin. Fashion is a wonderful way to feel strong and confident. I would like to share with your audience the reality of cancer and how women can say 'YES I have cancer', but I am no less beautiful than I was before my diagnosis." My sorority's philanthropy is Breast Cancer Awareness & Research, so there's no way I could even hesitate to say yes!

Self-acceptance and Confidence During Cancer

By Jackie Clark

For any cancer patient the whole idea of going through medication is not only challenging, but the effects it brings to your body is also devastating. As a woman, you need not sulk down and lose your confidence during and after such an experience. Put your head up high and feel beautiful at all times no matter the circumstances. Mesothelioma cancer, which is a rare type of disease, is caused from exposure of asbestos. Treatment of this kind of cancer can be through radiation, chemotherapy or a combination of both. Through the treatment period, you will suffer from the usual setbacks such as hair loss, nausea, weight loss and skin diseases.

If you are suffering from hair loss, you can visit many beauty stores that have extensions and wigs that will leave you feeling beautiful. These wigs are specially designed for people who are undergoing hair loss. They are comfortable plus they also come at reasonable prices in different beauty stores.

 
You should put your time into reading inspirational books that will leave you feeling confident and rejuvenated. These books focus on breaking the appearance discrimination that some people use to put the rest of the society down. They are especially helpful if you start reading them before undergoing hair loss due to cancer treatment; this way, you will start your chemotherapy sessions feeling hopeful and confident.

For women suffering from breast cancer, you can find a lot of undergarments that will make you feel good and build yourself esteem. The breast cancer health center has provided a wide range of products that are meant to improve the self-image of cancer survivors. You will find specialty bras that will be comfortable on your body. You can get bras made from lace, microfibers and an extensive selection of seamless styles in all colors.

 
If you have an issue with your skin then you need to adopt a lifestyle that will help your skin improve; eat healthy and drink lots of water. There are also plenty of skin care products that you can use to make your skin look good. You should consult your doctor and seek advice on the best products that will not be harmful to your health. Invest in natural make up that is mild on your skin.

 

You can also invest in flat yet comfortable shoes during cancer treatment. Many designers nowadays have a wide collection of flat stylish shoes that can make you feel comfortable.

 
Despite the many setbacks brought about by cancer, you need to be confident enough to step out looking and feeling great about yourself. Do not let anything put you down no matter what. There are plenty of groups in your area that you can join to get the emotional as well as physical support you need during and after cancer treatment.

I hope you all found this little change of pace on The Daily Dani relevant and interesting!